Vic SecretvsHuell Melon
Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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